Which of the following has the minimum thermal conductivity ?

Correct answer: A. Nitrogen

  • A. Nitrogen
  • B. Steel
  • C. Carbon black
  • D. Tar

Explanation

Gases generally conduct heat much less effectively than solids or liquids. Nitrogen has a thermal conductivity of about 0.025 W/m·K, far below steel, carbon black, or tar.

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